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The Picture of the Divided Self in the Work of R.L. Stevenson and Bram Stoker
KACEROVSKÁ, Lucie
The thesis focuses on the theme of split personality in the works of Bram Stoker and Robert Louis Stevenson. The aim of this thesis is a comparative analysis of the novels Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde by R. L. Stevenson and Dracula by Bram Stoker, with regard to the key theme of split personality. The introductory theoretical part discusses the significance of this theme in Anglo-American gothic prose, drawing mainly on Botting's study Gothic. The following chapters are devoted to a comparative interpretation of selected motifs, such as mystery, love, pursuit, desire for power, fear, violence, science and education, friendship, and love. The thesis also focuses on the function of space and the depiction of crime, guilt, and conscience in both novels. Last but not least, it addresses the significance of contrasts and symbolic images in creating psychological tension in the works of both authors. This thesis offers a psychological perspective on two famous gothic novels and their shared theme.
Psychological Aspects of the Multiple Personality Disorder in Oscar Wilde's and R. L. Stevenson's Works
MICHÁLKOVÁ, Markéta
In the introductory chapter, the thesis will define the terms decadence and Art for Art´s sake in the 19th century British literature. Then it will briefly describe the biographies of both authors which relate to their literary legacy. On the grounds of the secondary literature the thesis will try to analyse the manifestations and the characteristic traits of dualism. The theoretical findings will be used in the analysis of Oscar Wilde´s The Picture of Dorian Gray and R. L. Stevenson´s The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde with regard to the heroes´ characteristics including the motivation for their behaviour in relation to society. The thesis will also take into consideration symbolism and allegory of both novels in the context of Late Victorian Period.

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